Exquisite checkerboard cut Green Chalcedony Studs Green Chalcedony is a gorgeous translucent crystal with vibrant green colours and occasional bluish hues. It has been found all over the world including Brazil, France, Germany, India, Italy, Malawi, Mexico, Morocco, Namibia, Russia, and the U.S.A. Chalcedony is a type of Agate and is associated with the astrological sign for Gemini. Early use of Chalcedony can be traced as far back as 32,000 BC in Central Australia where it was used in tool making. The Greeks and Romans carved the stone into cameos. Chalcedony is also mentioned in the New Testament and has been featured and throughout history in Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Buddhism. Chalcedony stone beads have been found in Turkey dating back to 7000 BC. Green Chalcedony is known by many for its powerful healing and calming properties and is often used as an emotional healing stone. Green Chalcedony is also believed to promote courage, brotherhood and goodwill. Size: 6mm round
